Quality Manager | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $87,000 - $133,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Lansing seeking experienced Quality Managers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Lansing that are seeking skilled Quality Managers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Ensure product quality meets specifications through robust inspection, testing, and process control methods.
• Manage and resolve customer quality complaints, driving root cause analysis and effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead internal and external quality audits, including supplier audits, to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and projects to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize processes.
• Oversee the quality control team, providing leadership, training, and performance management.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, report on performance, and inform strategic decisions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949), including implementation and auditing.
• Proven proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and drive a quality-focused culture.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Manager/Organizational Excellence, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt).

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Experience with quality management system (QMS) software implementation.
• Direct experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., aerospace, medical devices).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Assurance Manager, QA Manager, Quality Control Manager, QC Manager, Director of Quality, Head of Quality, Senior Quality Manager, Quality Systems Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.